Shift Engineer

Arriva TrainCare; Tunbridge Wells; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Overtime opportunities

Free or discounted bus travel

Job summary

Arriva UK Bus is seeking a skilled Shift Engineer at Tunbridge Wells Bus Depot to maintain and service our PSV fleet. You will perform preventative maintenance and repairs to keep vehicles safe and reliable for daily services.

The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, strong fault-finding skills, and experience with vehicle diagnostic systems. The role offers varied shifts, training, and career progression.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Experience with vehicle diagnostic systems
• Good understanding of health and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment
• Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards
• Support fleet reliability through effective fault finding and technical problem solving
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation
• Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard
• Maintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation
• Work collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departments
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiency
• Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required

Skills

PSV/HGV experience

Diagnostic fault-finding

Engineering tools usage

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic systems

Job description

## Shift EngineerApply: Tunbridge Wells Bus Depot: Full time: Posted Today: JR033149**Arriva UK Bus is looking for skilled and experienced Engineers to join our growing engineering teams across the business. Whether your background is in PSV engineering, HGV maintenance, mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, rail, heavy plant, or commercial vehicle repair, this is an exciting opportunity to build a long-term engineering career with one of the UK’s leading transport operators.**As an Engineer at Arriva, you’ll play a key role in maintaining and improving our fleet and infrastructure, helping ensure our vehicles remain safe, reliable, and fully operational for the millions of passengers who rely on our services every day.**Key Responsibilities – Engineer / PSV Engineer / HGV Technician*** Carry out preventative maintenance and reactive repairs on buses, PSVs, vehicles, and engineering equipment* Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic faults using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment* Complete repairs, modifications, and upgrades in line with DVSA, safety, and engineering standards* Support fleet reliability through effective fault finding and technical problem solving* Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, manuals, and technical documentation* Ensure all maintenance work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard* Maintain accurate engineering records, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation* Work collaboratively with workshop teams, supervisors, and operational departments* Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve vehicle reliability and workshop efficiency* Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and apprentices where required**What We’re Looking For*** NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in PSV or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance* Previous experience as a PSV Engineer, HGV Technician, Bus Mechanic, Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Engineer, or Heavy Vehicle Engineer* Strong diagnostic and fault-finding experience within a workshop or fleet environment* Experience using engineering tools, workshop equipment, and vehicle diagnostic systems* Ability to work independently and as part of an engineering team* Good understanding of health and safety procedures within engineering and transport environments* Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship* Full UK driving licence preferred* Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays where required**Why Join Arriva UK Bus?*** Competitive pay and overtime opportunities* Career progression within a leading UK transport operator* Ongoing training and development programmes* Free or discounted bus travel* Stable, long-term engineering careers* Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop new skills**Apply for Engineer Jobs at Arriva UK Bus Today** If you are searching for PSV Engineer jobs, HGV Technician careers, Mechanical Engineer roles, or Bus Mechanic opportunities, apply today and become part of a team that keeps communities moving safely and reliably across the UK.